May 2019 by Little Silver Neighbors

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Little Silver An exclusive magazine serving the residents of Little Silver | MAY 2019

The Milano Family Creating a Home PHOTO CREDIT: SHINE BRIGHT STUDIOS

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Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center DONNA SINGER, PT, MPA, Practice Owner/Director (732) 758-0002 • www.fyzical.com/little-silver

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FULL SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCY

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HERE WE ARE IN THE MONTH OF MAY! As we have all taken a moment to be grateful for the warmer weather and sunshine, it is easy to see good things are on the way! One of those good things is this month’s issue of your community magazine, made possible by our amazing business sponsors. I would like to thank all of our sponsors for making this publication happen every month and encourage those of you who enjoy this magazine to reach out to our sponsors. They would all love to meet you! This May we have the Milano family sharing their story and the success of Milano Ink in our resident feature! We received another nomination for our outstanding resident section highlighting the wonderful and dedicated staff at the Little Silver Library! This issue is full of amazing local content, to start our expert contributors at the Oliver Soden Insurance Agency have provided some news on flood insurance that might help you out in a big way come summertime! Also in our issue, please see the calendar for some updates with the recycling do’s and don’ts, a Q and A with local Jennifer Borenius, and a piece from the Little Silver Garden Club! Not to forget our local contributor pieces and news from RBR rounding out a terrific issue for you our amazing readers! Please keep those article submissions, inquiries, and emails coming! We love hearing from our readers and want you to know your Little Silver Neighbors team is only a phone call or email away. If you would like to nominate a fellow resident, organization, or charity don’t hesitate to reach out! My contact information is listed in the left column of this page! Just think with one email or phone call you could be on the cover of an upcoming Little Silver Neighbors, all you need to qualify for the cover is an address in Little Silver! Everyone is welcome, this is your community, and we can’t wait to meet you! We are getting closer to our first ever Fiction issue, and have included in this May magazine some more information for those of you thinking about sending in a submission. Let the creativity flow, how cool to have your story published for your neighbors to enjoy, right?! Until next time readers, I hope you are enjoying long sunny days and cool nights with your friends and loved ones, Happy May, bring on the summer!

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Atlantic Pediatric Dentistry, PC DR. SAFARI D.D.S. & DR. GUERRASIO D.M.D. Doctors / Practice Owners (732) 842-1155 • atlanticpediatricdentistry.com

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PHYSICAL/BALANCE THERAPY CENTER

Ross Brewing Company JOHN COCOZZA, Founder & President (732) 835-ROSS • info@rossbrewing.com

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REAL ESTATE AGENCY

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FULL SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCY

REGENERATIVE NON-SURGICAL SPORTS MEDICINE

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worry more like the people around her. But as she entered adulthood, she learned to embrace this characteristic and apply it to her daily life. “I always used to think it was a bad thing but now I realize it’s a good thing because I don’t really worry about much. And if I do ever worry, I just remember it will be fine tomorrow. And that’s just how I live. I sleep great and I’ll be the one who lives the longest out of everybody,” she laughs. This positive thinking allows her to maintain steady hands when working with Milano Ink as well. Event planning is a tricky business and sometimes you cannot plan for the unexpected. But Kim is able to apply her quick thinking and calm outlook to any situation, despite the

constant movement and change in this modern age. She takes these obstacles in stride and catches creativity from the unlikeliest of places. “For my job I find inspiration everywhere. I can’t tell you the things I think of to design a party. Everywhere I am, I’m always looking around and saying, ‘oh I can use that or that would look cool’. I love going into Sickles [Market]—I get a lot of inspiration from Sickles.” The hunt for new finds or drawing up mood boards to present to clients, keeps her mind and her hands busy. She enlists the help of her family with Milano Ink. The business’s growth has been almost parallel to her family’s, beginning with the invitations she created for Matteo’s Baptism

to the invitations she designed for friends and Instagram followers to the birthday parties she planned for Matteo and Valentina to the parties she plans for every occasion. “Everyone jumps in and helps with Milano Ink on the weekends—it is a family business!” The Milanos have found many lasting friendships in town through their neighborhood and Kim’s business. It looks like the Little Silver community has quite a hold on Milano family’s heart and all hands are on deck for Milano Ink. DO YOU KNOW A NEIGHBOR WHO HAS A STORY TO SHARE? Nominate your neighbor to be featured in one of our upcoming issues! Contact us at amerchant@bestversionmedia.com.

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here are 34 muscles that control the movement of the thumb and fingers in the hand. An additional 17 control the palm of the hand. Hands are able to flex more than 50 muscles worth of creativity and innovation. They elicit one of the most sensory elements of touch, enable us to communicate tactilely with the surrounding world, and provide a vessel to create. “Since I was a little girl, I have been surrounded by people in my life that have always created amazing things by hand.” Kim Milano began her event planning and styling company in 2011. Milano Ink started in Brooklyn, NY, where she and her husband Marco were celebrating the birth of their son Matteo. Kim had grown up amongst women who worked with their minds and created with their hands. “My grandmother was a custom hat maker for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus,” she said. “There was always fabric, buttons, and creativity around me. My mother and aunts could make anything from ‘nothing’, and I draw upon this inspiration every day at Milano Ink,” Kim said. At the time, Kim was in Bay Ridge working for a photography studio, with a focus on weddings, and was honing her design skills. “The studio is where I taught myself the ins and outs of Photoshop and the art of customer service. No one is pickier than the Mother of the Bride!”

The couple were planning the Christening for Matteo when Kim realized the invitations she wanted seemed to only exist in her mind. She set to work about designing her own and found the burgeoning of a new career. Between their son Matteo and the start of Milano Ink, the Milanos were soon outgrowing their Brooklyn apartment. “When Marco and I had our son Matteo, the seams of our Brooklyn apartment almost instantly started to burst. Between the stuff and the constant visits from family, we knew we would have to think about moving from Brooklyn—the only place either of us had lived—eventually.” Marco and Kim grew up in Brooklyn, attending schools together, hanging out in parks, and sitting on stoops. Time passed but the two found their way back to each other in 2007 and married by 2009. The Milanos made their way to Little Silver in 2013 when family friend and real estate agent Fran Volpe, suggested the area. The two toured Red Bank at first, trying to find an easy transition from a lifetime living in the city. It was during an impromptu visit of Little Silver that sold them on the town. “Over lunch and a driving tour of the borough we fell in love—that and the description of Sunnycrest’s legendary Halloween festivities,” Kim added.

“Somebody told me that I would like Little Silver because it has a bit of everything. It has great schools, you’re 15 minutes from the beach, less than five min from Red Bank. We love the beach, but we also like a little city life. So, first we liked the fact that Red Bank is right here because we wanted to go to the restaurants and shopping, and it didn’t feel too far from everything. And we love it, I feel like this is a good mix.” Little Silver offered the best of both worlds. Marco is still able to commute to New York for his work and the two can enjoy the small-town feel. With the birth of their daughter Valentina, the Milano family fully embraced the community of Little Silver. Kim volunteers her event planning skills to run the after party for the Little Silver PTO’s annual 5K. This year she also has joined the EFLS committee to work on the art auction items. Matteo enjoyed his first season of lacrosse and recreational soccer. Despite their busy lives, the Milanos live by a motto to worry less and breathe more. “Sometimes the best thing you can do is not think, not wonder, not imagine, not obsess. Just breathe and have faith that everything will work out for the best. AND everything is better after a nap—that one is mine,” Kim said. Kim used to think her carefree attitude was a negative trait, concerned that she didn’t Little Silver Neighbors

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By Allison Merchant FRIDAY MAY 17, on the running track at Red Bank Regional High School, the Relay of Two Rivers will kick off at 4:30 pm. This event has become a tradition that began in 2007. In addition to the American Cancer Society, this Relay for Life Is organized by the Event Leadership Team headed by Mark Mancuso. Mancuso is also an instructor of sciences at RBR. “By starting the Two Rivers Relay For Life, we were able to create a homegrown, more personal event for our community members to celebrate those who have successfully fought against cancer, to remember those lost to cancer, and to have a way to fight back against cancer through the support of cancer research and cancer patient services,” Mancuso said. “Prior to this Relay, the closest alternative was Middletown. It also provided a way for the younger community members to learn more about this disease and to become involved in community service.” This year the goal for funds raised is set at $87,000. Mancuso hopes the event to continue grow with more participants from the elementary and middle schools as well as representation from the Sea Bright, Monmouth Beach, and Oceanport communities. “It provides people with a way to know they are doing something about a disease that has, or could, impact them directly or indirectly,” Mancuso said. “Unfortunately, one would be hard pressed to find an individual whose has not been affected in some way, in some aspect of their lives, by cancer. It also provides an opportunity to those who have been affected to share their stories, and to talk with others who can sympathize or even empathize.” Efforts have extended beyond the American Cancer Society and the Event Leadership team with participation and donations from the Two Rivers community surmounting to more than $1 million to date. Even the parent-run school store organization BUC Stop helps with attracting participants for the Event Leadership Team and informing students on how to do attend the Relay. Every little bit helps. “There is a significant cost to battle cancer. The Two Rivers Relay helps to fund important and promising research, as well as provide needed services to cancer victims and their caregivers. Research to fight the disease. Compassion and services to support those affected.” The event will include an opening ceremony, the first lap taken by the survivors, and then the caregivers take their turn to get recognized for all they do to support their loved ones. Once the event is in full swing, teammates can take turns walking the track or path to symbolize the ongoing fight against cancer. Between laps, there is time to check out other teams’ tents for games and activities and help support the cause. The lighting of the Luminaria symbolizes the remembrance of those we’ve lost, celebrate cancer survivors, and show everyone affected by cancer there is light in the darkness. Lastly, a closing ceremony is held recognize all the event volunteers, the community’s hard work, and that the continuing fight will keep going until the world is free from cancer. “I have had family and friends impacted by cancer, so I feel the need to be proactive, not reactive, in fighting this disease—for myself, my family, my friends, my community, and species,” Mancuso said. “It’s also a very inspiring and fun event to be a part of!”

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SATURDAY, MAY 4TH

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@Little Silver Library Times: 9:30am (toddlers), 10:30am (babies), 1:30pm (preschool), 3:30pm (school age) WEDNESDAY, MAY 1ST

May Day

THURSDAY, MAY 2ND

Annual Meeting for Little Silver Women’s Club

@111 Church Street, Little Silver Time: 7pm Evening wear donations are welcome for the Military women and wives fundraiser. Contact Kathy Doty with questions (732) 842-8470

Tequila Tasting

For tequila lovers and skeptics alike @26 West on the Navesink, 26 West Front St, Red Bank Tickets: purchased at www.26westonthenavesink.com

Little Silver Town-wide Garage Sale Time: 9am–4pm

Little Silver Annual Sports Parade

@Little Silver Firehouse LS Police and Fire departments will lead players in uniform to the fields behind Borough Hall. Opening Ceremony with Mayor Neff followed with refreshments and food, inflatables, and a DJ. Free family event. Time: 1pm

Star Wars Day SUNDAY, MAY 5TH

Little Silver Town-wide Garage Sale

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@Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club, 20 Shore Oaks Drive, Farmingdale Time: 6-9pm

SATURDAY, MAY 25TH

SUNDAY, MAY 12TH

Memorial Day

Mental Health Association of Monmouth County Annual Dinner

Mother’s Day

FRIDAY, MAY 17TH

Two Rivers Relay for Life

@Red Bank Regional High School, 101 Ridge Rd, Little Silver Time: 4:30pm SATURDAY, MAY 18TH

A Taste of Little Silver

Time: 9am–4pm

Cinco de Mayo

SUNDAY, MAY 19TH

MONDAY, MAY 6TH

First Day of Ramadan

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8TH

@Downtown Little Silver Time: 2-7pm Rain date is Sunday, May 19th

150th Anniversary of Embury United Methodist Church @Embury United Methodist Church,

National Wine Day MONDAY, MAY 27TH

Important Trash and Recycling Information for All Residents

Bulk collection is always your second pickup of the week and includes furniture and carpeting. No more than three items can be placed at the curb per pickup and must be placed to the curb the night before, along with any regular trash. No appliances, electronics or construction material permitted. No more than three items per week. Pickup is every week as follows: Zone 1: Monday and Thursday Zone 2: Tuesday and Friday

Single-Stream Recycling

Bottles, cans, plastic, newspaper, small cardboard and mixed paper can all be placed in the same container. Cardboard that is too large for a container should be flattened, tied and placed next to the container. Pickup is every other week as follows: Zone 1: Wednesday May 8th and Wednesday May 22nd Zone 2: Wednesday May 1st and Wednesday May 15th

Plastic Bag Debate: To Recycle or Not to Recycle

The following are all approved to recycle and verified by the Monmouth County Recycling Center: PLASTIC: Sorting plastic helps produce high-quality recycled products. Manufacturers print a standard code (#1-7) on the bottom of every container. ONLY recycle Types #1 and 2 with a “pourable’ neck smaller than the body. No. 1 Polyethylene Teraphthalate PET, PETE Soft drink, water, soda bottles, or No. 2 High Density Polyethylene HDPE Detergent bottles.

Note: Plastic bags from grocery stores and retail stores clog the machines. Recommended to return to stores. Do not include margarine tubs, diaper wipes containers, yogurt cups, clear salad containers, and food storage containers. GLASS BOTTLE AND JAR: Food and beverage bottles and jars. Note: Do not include ceramics, dishes, glassware, lightbulbs, windows, caps, and lids. METAL CANS: Aluminum cans, Tin cans and Bi-metal cans (tin cans with aluminum lids) are all accepted. Please rinse. Non-hazardous aerosol cans are also accepted, emptied. Note: Do not include aluminum foil, plates, trays or cookware or any metal scrap. PAPER: Such as cardboard shipping boxes (corrugated section between layers), flattened; Mixed Paper including chipboard (cereal boxes), white/color paper, junk mail, magazines, softcover books, wrapping paper/non-metallic and Newspapers including inserts are all accepted.

Note: Do not include grease/food stained cardboard (pizza boxes), waxed cardboard, food wrappers, paper plates and cups, napkins, paper towels or items from food/ hygiene use, newspaper used for pet waste or household projects.

Brush Pickup

Branches must be no more than 4 feet in length and 12 inches in diameter. Do not place brush or leaves within 10 feet of a storm drain. Do not mix brush and leaves. As per state law, they must be recycled separately. Brush is to be placed in the street next to the curb. Pickup is every other week as follows: Zone 1: Monday May 6th through Wednesday May 15th Zone 2: Monday May 20th through Wednesday May 29th

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May Day

THURSDAY, MAY 2ND

Annual Meeting for Little Silver Women’s Club

@111 Church Street, Little Silver Time: 7pm Evening wear donations are welcome for the Military women and wives fundraiser. Contact Kathy Doty with questions (732) 842-8470

Tequila Tasting

For tequila lovers and skeptics alike @26 West on the Navesink, 26 West Front St, Red Bank Tickets: purchased at www.26westonthenavesink.com

Little Silver Town-wide Garage Sale Time: 9am–4pm

Little Silver Annual Sports Parade

Star Wars Day SUNDAY, MAY 5TH

Little Silver Town-wide Garage Sale

AWA R E N E S S

49 Church Street, Little Silver Time: 10am Service followed by refreshments

@Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club, 20 Shore Oaks Drive, Farmingdale Time: 6-9pm

SATURDAY, MAY 25TH

SUNDAY, MAY 12TH

Memorial Day

Mental Health Association of Monmouth County Annual Dinner

Mother’s Day

FRIDAY, MAY 17TH

Two Rivers Relay for Life

@Red Bank Regional High School, 101 Ridge Rd, Little Silver Time: 4:30pm SATURDAY, MAY 18TH

A Taste of Little Silver

Time: 9am–4pm

Cinco de Mayo

SUNDAY, MAY 19TH

MONDAY, MAY 6TH

First Day of Ramadan

M O N T H

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8TH

@Downtown Little Silver Time: 2-7pm Rain date is Sunday, May 19th

150th Anniversary of Embury United Methodist Church @Embury United Methodist Church,

National Wine Day MONDAY, MAY 27TH

Important Trash and Recycling Information for All Residents

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Plastic Bag Debate: To Recycle or Not to Recycle

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MORTGAGE COMPANIES MUST ACCEPT PRIVATE FLOOD INSURANCE EFFECTIVE JULY 1

By Hal Soden, Jr.

his article may confuse you if you are one of our clients who already has a private flood insurance policy. We have been writing private flood policies where it makes sense since 2012, with very few hiccups. However, we have seen a handful of situations where a mortgage companies have forced our clients to buy a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) flood policy. This has usually been in situations when it is an FHA loan or another type of government loan. After July 1, 2019, all lenders will be required to accept private flood insurance to satisfy coverage requirements.

NEARLY A CENTURY HAS PASSED since the opening of Little Silver Library. The wonders that are held inside are timeless. When you enter, you are immediately greeted with a welcoming environment, cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Many residents frequent the stacks and for a lot of children, the library is like a second home. The amazing staff takes the time to learn and remember each name of the children and residents that visit daily. “I enjoy working in the library because I get to interact with the wonderful residents of Little Silver,” said Anita O’Brien, Director of the Little Silver Library.

Among the staff includes Sandy Wells, Pat McVeety, and Robin Guy as library assistants. They keep an inventory of media that accommodates each patron and will find what you’re searching for if they don’t have it. These women provide an environment that is great for after school activities like reading, homework, tutoring, or using the computers. “The benefits of a local library such as Little Silver are that we are a cultural learning center where we provide access to not only reading materials and DVDs, but free museum passes. We offer diverse, innovative programming for all ages. We offer access to e-learning, e-reading,

and a gathering space,” O’Brien said. Some of the favorite events the staff enjoy among the many that they host include Student Government Day where students from Markham Place School learning about the ins and out of the library, the visits from kindergarteners where they receive their first library cards, and the summer reading club open to all ages. “It shows a level of caring for all the children, and an appreciation of their important role in the community,” said John Venino, library patron. “I appreciate the staff and can’t imagine Little Silver would be the same without them.”

Background

Let’s take a step back to give you a bit more background. For quite a few years the NFIP flood policy was your only option if you wanted—or were forced to buy—flood insurance. This is because private insurance companies would not offer flood insurance. They saw it as a losing proposition. Floods have a tendency to happen in the same areas over and over, and the damage it causes is often catastrophic in nature. This makes damage from flood very difficult to insure. This is also why the federal government entered the picture and created the NFIP in 1968. The NFIP began offering flood insurance at a fraction of what it should cost if they wanted to make a profit. Insurance companies administer these policies. Local agents like us offer them to consumers, provide advice, etc. Premiums paid for losses and the program ran a bit under the radar for quite a few years until the mid 2000’s. Then a few big, high profile storms (e.g. Katrina, Rita, and Sandy) caused some enormous losses. These losses have put the NFIP in serious debt, or under water—sorry I couldn’t resist. This resulted in congress making quite a few changes to the Federal Flood program, starting with the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012. Among other things, Biggert-Waters allowed for private flood insurance and increased flood premiums dramatically to help pay for losses. At the same time, the insurance industry also benefited from quite a bit of innovation. This prompted private insurance companies to see an opportunity and offer flood insurance.

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Now, we still write quite a few NFIP flood policies because private flood insurance does not make sense for everyone. There are many considerations when determining whether a client should go with a private flood policy—or stick with the NFIP flood policy. Also, as i mentioned above, some mortgage companies have misinterpreted the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 and required NFIP policies in certain situations.

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May 2019

Around Town

Little Silver Women’s Club By Allison Merchant THE LITTLE SILVER WOMEN’S CLUB has been befriending and serving the community since its inception. This year the group has taken on the project of helping the women and wives of the Armed Forces. Through May 31, the organization will be collecting clean, nearly new evening/ cocktail dresses and evening accessories. Members of the club will collect the donations and bring them to the McGuire Air Force who will then disperse the items to the working military women and wives after May 31, 2019

The members make a difference in the lives of others, one project at a time, and one person at a time. Their past initiatives have been raising funds for the wounded soldiers, a family in need, Ronald McDonald House, Fisher House (lodging for hospitalized members of the military), Child Abuse, and Bootsies Boxes. Little Silver Women’s Club is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women's Club, the largest volunteer women's service organization in the state. Members are dictated

to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. They encourage anyone interested to come to the monthly get-togethers, for more information call the Little Silver Women’s Club President Kathy Doty at (732) 842-8470.

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Town Real Estate

Address

Price

Apx SqFt

Apx Year Built

Bed

Bath

11 Mayfair Ct

$414,900

1,682

1985

2.1

384 Prospect Ave

$425,000

1,750

1903

12 Eastborne Dr

$434,900

1,756

1985

2.1

421 Rumson Rd

$469,900

1952

2.1

38 Woodland St

$489,900

1,924

1954

408 Branch Ave

$515,000

1,524

1958

1.1

16 Hickory Ln

$524,900

1997

2.1

39 Prince Pl

$569,000

2,089

1.1

208 Heritage Ct

$640,000

2,188

1993

2.1

241 Willow Dr

$649,900

3,376

1903

29 Silverwhite Rd

$654,990

1,836

1956

18 Carriage Gate Dr

$665,000

2,378

2017

2.1

115 Cross St

$689,900

1946

2.1

14 Quaker Ln

$699,000

1993

2.2

21 Carriage Gate Dr

$699,000

2016

2.1

7 Fox Hill Dr

$699,900

1954

2.1

60 Brookside Ln

$725,000

1979

246 Whispering Woods Ct

$774,900

2,188

1993

2.1

28 Seven Bridges Rd

$799,000

2,908

1997

2.1

2,718

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Town Real Estate

Address

Price

Apx SqFt

Apx Year Built

Bed

Bath

11 Mayfair Ct

$414,900

1,682

1985

2.1

384 Prospect Ave

$425,000

1,750

1903

12 Eastborne Dr

$434,900

1,756

1985

2.1

421 Rumson Rd

$469,900

1952

2.1

38 Woodland St

$489,900

1,924

1954

408 Branch Ave

$515,000

1,524

1958

1.1

16 Hickory Ln

$524,900

1997

2.1

39 Prince Pl

$569,000

2,089

1.1

208 Heritage Ct

$640,000

2,188

1993

2.1

241 Willow Dr

$649,900

3,376

1903

29 Silverwhite Rd

$654,990

1,836

1956

18 Carriage Gate Dr

$665,000

2,378

2017

2.1

115 Cross St

$689,900

1946

2.1

14 Quaker Ln

$699,000

1993

2.2

21 Carriage Gate Dr

$699,000

2016

2.1

7 Fox Hill Dr

$699,900

1954

2.1

60 Brookside Ln

$725,000

1979

246 Whispering Woods Ct

$774,900

2,188

1993

2.1

28 Seven Bridges Rd

$799,000

2,908

1997

2.1

2,718

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Little Silver Neighbors

May 2019

Around Town

Years of Faith By Joan Cichalski, Little Silver Garden Club Public Relations

mbury United Methodist Church, located on Church Street in Little Silver, is celebrating its 150th anniversary! While the formation of the church actually started about a decade earlier, the present structure was dedicated and opened in February of 1869. It is located on land originally given to church founders by the Parker family, the original settlers of Little Silver. The church is planning several events throughout the year to mark this milestone. On May 19, there will be a special worship service at 10 am. The service is open to all interested persons and will feature special and original music as well as a re-dedication of the church sanctuary. Members of community organizations are welcome to attend, and the church members will pay tribute to local organizations that use the church property or support its community work. The 150-year-old sanctuary features a variety of stained-glass windows, a functioning bell tower, a century-old Moeller pipe organ, and oak pews which date to the early 1900’s. Many of the graves in the adjacent cemetery are tributes to early settlers of Little Silver. The May 19 worship celebration will be followed by refreshments and an opportunity to enjoy the beauty and history of this local landmark. For further information, please call the church office (732) 741-9708.

By Allison Merchant

B y LSN T e am Call Me Little Silver Neighbors. We are looking for any creative writers that would like to participate in our new upcoming Fiction Issue. All ages and styles are welcome, deadline for submission will be July 1, 2019. Please contact Content Coordinator Allison Merchant for more details at amerchant@bestversionmedia.com.

here is something alluring about blankness. The hesitant hover of a pen above paper, the curving bend of a sheet set in the typewriter, the expectant blink of a cursor on the screen. All of them daring you to fill the blankness with words. There can be a powerful pull with words. They transport us to other worlds, project our vision through other eyes, elicit emotions from other hearts. We’ve hitchhiked to another galaxy, sailed down the Mississippi River with Huck and Jim, and ridden a tragic train with Anna Karenina. We’ve enjoyed small evenings at speakeasies with Dorothy Parker, listened to heartbeats through the wall, and played the lottery with the Hutchinson’s. Stories. Whether they are long and detailed or short and sweet, we’ve all come across a story that has resonated with our lives. Although our magazine is full of stories about people we encounter daily in real life, the second anniversary edition will be almost completely fictitious. This issue will be comprised of short stories, poems, and other forms of creative writing by your neighbors and friends. We hope to create a fun and entertaining feature that showcases the talents in your community. Advertisements for submissions have been promoted in the past publications but we would like to continue to enlist the participation of more residents. Our goal is to produce a publication filled with many stories consisting of various voices and characters for the enjoyment of our readers. Please send any questions and/or submissions to our Editor Allison Merchant at amerchant@ bestversionmedia.com by July 1, 2019. All Little Silver residents of all ages are eligible and encouraged to flex their creative muscles.

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MAY AND THE PRESSURE TO BE FIT FOR SUMMER B y T amm i F e e C a r l s o n WE ALL FEEL IT, as the sun stays up a little longer and the weather warms, that pressure of being fit for summer. Gaining weight through the winter is common, though not necessary, a couple extra pounds in winter is evolutionary. Fat keeps you warmer and in days of early man, food was scarce in cold weather, therefore some extra fat on one’s bones was a matter of survival. Let me start by saying this, forgive yourself first for the extra few pounds and “fluffiness” as I call it. You can’t do anything about the fact that you gained, except maybe prepare a bit better for next cold weather season (join a gym or yoga studio to make sure you are getting in workouts and eat fruit and veggies before that bowl of spaghetti and meatballs). Now let’s make the effort—and it is an effort to get those few pounds off—with good healthy eating and exercise. Delicious fruits and vegetables are fabulous in late spring. Eat them in abundance and eat them first. Make fruit salads and green salads and then mix them together. Fruit dressings and fresh fruit chunks in a beautiful bowl of vegetables either raw or cooked are an amazing way to get those needed veggies in! Vegetables and fruits aid digestion with their enzymes and set the stage for a more fulfilling meal by giving you a blast of nutrients first. A strawberry and spinach

salad with sunflower seeds to baked green beans with peaches and almonds. Be creative and try different collaborations of fruits and vegetables. Eat them at every meal and make them your snacks as well as paired with a few nuts or hummus, they are fantastically satisfying. At meals have a solid portion of protein five to six ounces and healthy fat like olive oil, sunflower oil, or even some good old real unsalted grass-fed butter. Watch your carbs by eating real fiber-rich complex carbs like quinoa and millet, sprouted grains, and sweet potatoes or blue potatoes. Get outside. Walk, jog, bike, sip coffee, whatever but get fresh air and move! Cardio at least 30 minutes per day five days per week and either weight training or yoga two to three times per week will get the few extra pounds off. Do things you enjoy, eat delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, exercise most days, get fresh air, and drink water. Happy May! Tammi is a resident of Little Silver and you might recognize her from our November 2018 issue Family Feature! For advice from a degreed nutritionist, exercise specialist, and certified health coach, look for her monthly column Food for Thought in upcoming issues to find beneficial lifestyle alternatives and yummy recipes.

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May 2019

Wellness Q & A

Following the Light By Allison Merchant

A Discussion with Jennifer Borenius

Photos Courtesy of Jennifer Borenius

MAY IS MANY TIMES REVERED AS THE HEART OF SPRING, the close of another school year, the end of a bitter winter that might be trying to hold on. But May represents something held a bit more dearly to the local beach bums, the residents of our beloved Jersey shore. It is the unofficial beach season of the locals. Smaller and sometimes non-existent fares, quieter beach days, and less congestion of tourists. May is a month where we breathe deep breaths of salted air and exhale the stress of another winter passed. This year it also marks the opening of SoulShine Studios’ second location. At the new oceanfront Wave Resort in Long Branch, one of the relaxing amenities will be the services provided by one of Little Silver’s very own. In between sculpting tailor-made classes and advocating for her We are SURE campaign, yogi and wellness guru Jennifer Borenius has taken the time to share more about SoulShine Studios with Little Silver Neighbors. LSN: Soulshine Studios generates tailored practices and advertises executive programming, what was your inspiration for this stylized studio? JB: I believe in the power of community. Practicing yoga brings people together, and for many of us we spend most of our time at work. With work comes stress, and with stress we all need some relief. Yoga and meditation can provide access to wellbeing, setting specific intentions and goals, just like in business, and it is something that we can all practice together! LSN: When it began did you ever think it would grow to what it has today? JB: When I began in this industry, I was in my 20s and I thought about fitness as most do at that age as THE way to look good. As I came into my 30s, I realized I needed it (and after having kids) to feel good,

and the looking good could be a side benefit. In my 40s, I realized that keeping up with my kids and staying on this planet for as long as possible doing as much as humanly is possible, is really my ultimate driving force. With these types of sustainable lifestyle fitness practices, I can achieve all of those benefits at every age! LSN: Why are the programs offered by SoulShine Studios important for the community? JB: SoulShine has come from a place where authentic sustainable wellbeing is the foundation of my ideology. I believe that fitness programs should really be wellness programs that work the functionality of our human being. My programming is all inclusive; every class we create a safe haven of positivity and support. We want to amplify each other’s possibility and are judgement free, attempting to harness each of the light we have within. It is also important that this group can share and practice on their own. As humans, we need to share knowledge and experience. Individually we can share our challenges and our opportunities. Authentic sharing is what I believe a community can do. LSN: As Founder, could you walk me through the day to day process of running this studio? JB: The SoulShine Studios concept emerged with creativity in seeing space. Collaborating with the Bungalow Hotel, and the Wave Resort (opening in 2019), we are utilizing and maximizing space as a pop-up metroburb model. We are harnessing the power of space to create opportunities for self-exploration and discovery. It is a reminder that we can practice wellbeing anywhere we choose. It is the reason why it is

named SoulShine Studios—you can practice anywhere, any time. I want to teach others to be able to practice it on their own. Create a culture of people who can take care, and practice daily—whether in studio or not. LSN: What is an important mindset to have when operating this kind of program? JB: It is important to remember why you started what you did. Having your guiding principles. Lucem Sequimur is my motto and mantra, and it means follow the light. It is important to me that I remain authentic to what I am doing, and how I engage things. Yoga, and all of the related disciplines I practice, are founded in authenticity and true self exploration. Living by your true guiding light is imperative. LSN: What are some of the benefits from practicing yoga, meditation, and reiki? JB: The benefits of yoga, meditation, and reiki are boundless. The first benefits will commonly include things like increased range of motion, flexibility, strength, and postural alignment. I would definitely add that an overall awareness of breath, grounding, and balance are also an integral part of what makes these practices—life practices. In addition, we gain insights into our strengths and weaknesses, our limitations, and our opportunities for growth. It allows us to find out who we really are, and what we can truly be. It harnesses the power from within, and radiates energy outwards, igniting limitless opportunities. LSN: What changes, new endeavors are in the works for the program? JB: We are just starting our collaboration in the hotels and each day will be a new endeavor. We have started a retreat program with Classic Travel where, we will be hosting trips to locations around the globe where this self-discovery, exploration, and amplification is the mission. We are also looking to do unique stay-cation type programs using the spaces of the hotels and collaborating with other like-minded businesses to run events. I am excited to have a blank slate to create innovative programming for our shore front property and guests. It is like nothing else around.

LSN: This month you will also be the wellness and fitness program director for the Wave Resort at Long Branch Pier Village, what are your hopes for this new role? JB: I will be the Resident Wellness Guru for both hotels, providing a variety of programming. I am thrilled for this opportunity as it is a new venture for me and an opportunity to do what I love on the beaches of my home state! I hope that I can bring an affect positivity throughout the properties and along the entire Jersey Shore. LSN: What are your hopes for not only the continuance of this organization but its legacy? JB: I am trying to create a place where positivity radiates from each person as they tap into their true potential. And once that is amplified, it is shared and can make loved ones, family, and friends the best version of themselves, and from there will share a boundless understanding love and peace with all other life beings on this planet…and the world will be a better place. LSN: Could you briefly summarize your journey through a wellnessfueled lifestyle? What has brought you to today? JB: I believe in positive energy. I believe in limitless potential. I want to see everyone the best version of themselves and sharing it with the world. In body, mind, spirit, our self-love, loved ones, and love for all humanity. I believe in the power and energy of positivity. Love and light. Lucem Sequimur! In May 2019, SoulShine Studios is expected to open its new location at the Wave Resort in Long Branch. This resort rests in the heart of Pier Village and opens for the summer of 2019. For more information about SoulShine Studios, visit http:// thesoulshinestudios.com.

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May 2019

Wellness Q & A

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Little Silver Neighbors

May 2019

Greenways & Waterways

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atum Park is a sleepy little wood in the heart of Middletown. Spring is my favorite time to wander this park. Every week it seems a new flower or swamp cabbage unfurls itself to reveal a treasure. With 366 acres and six miles of intertwining trails, every hike feels like a new adventure. I have been on familiar paths here which seem to change with the seasons so dramatically that I doubt my navigational skills and think myself lost on trails I have hiked countless times. While you can lose yourself in the canopy of soaring trees, you cannot get lost. The park is ringed by three main roads which while seeming miles away are in fact just beyond you. The hiking here is moderate to easy, perfect for everyone. The trails are clear and well maintained. They meander through a swamp with wooden walkways, valleys, and peaks (not too steep, this is Monmouth County after all) across fields and farm land. The old unused entrance to the farm is a rutted driveway that leads to the original house. Coming out of the path, which is surrounded by old growth trees, to the open space of the field always gives me a scene of coming home. I feel like I am walking in the farmers boots as a sense of wellbeing washes over me. This is a four-season park, there is never a bad time to walk amongst the trees. As I said, there is something so special about the late spring. There are four different purple and white flowers that blossom week to week here that you will find just before you enter the boggy area. Finding yourself amidst a blizzard of raining leaves in the fall is spellbinding. The winter,

well, every wood takes on a fantastical air when covered with snow and bare of leaves. Tatum offers sweet relief in summer. It’s the perfect place to escape the heat, to bring the kids when they complain about being dragged to the beach yet again. (Seriously how does that happen but they do.) This month I am not going to give a guided tour of trails, I will say just walk. Leave your phone in the car, take a deep breath, don’t plan or think, just put one foot in front of the other, open your eyes, and become part of your surroundings. They have two activity centers, one of which is The Holland Center, which is a beautifully restored farm house and is available for private events. The other is The Red Hill Center where they offer a myriad of classes for kids, cartooning, Mommy and Me, and Bricks4Kidz Camp. For adults, there are mindfulness hikes, which is a wonderful introduction to the park. They offer yoga, ballroom dancing, and plant swaps. Sign the kids up for classes and take advantage of the time to wander the woods. There is a sweet playground in the park. I have spent plenty of happy afternoons there with the kids and then taken them on a short non-whine inducing hike. Across the street from Tatum is Deep Cut Park. I will write more about that another time but definitely wander over there, if not on the same day, sometime.

I was recently paid the highest compliment when a Little Silver mom told me she had bought a few kayaks after reading one of my articles. I thought I would throw out an offer for adventuring this month. I do like me some kayaking and want to invite my local peeps to join me on the water. Private message, email, stop by, or text if you want to come along. I do try to get on the water a few times a week when the weather turns warm. I know it can be intimidating to pop your boat on a body of water you are not familiar with, it would be my pleasure you help you get feet wet (literally). See you soon and remember to read my first novel The Ladies of The Grove (shameless plug) available on Amazon. P.S. As I was finishing up this article, I realized how much I miss Tatum Park. So, to keep my info as authentic as I can, AJ and I headed out this morning for a hike. It was amazing. Get out there. Billie is a resident of Little Silver and you might recognize her from our April 2018 issue Family Feature! For advice from an avid explorer, look for her monthly column Greenways and Waterways to find more adventures in Little Silver and the beautiful world around it. She recently published her novel The Ladies of The Grove found on Amazon and in bookstores soon! Visit her Facebook at www. facebook.com/billiecrawfordmcnally.

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